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Is There a Science to Aging Beer? Jan 28, 2020

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Some beers develop in interesting and pleasant ways as they age -- but it's a science experiment with a lot of variables. Learn how to embark on the art and science of aging beer in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What's the Best Kind of Dog Leash? Jan 27, 2020

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Taking your dog out on walks is great for it (and you!), but certain kinds of leashes can help keep you both safer. Learn why an expert recommends braided leather leashes (and when they recommend harnesses) in this episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: How Does Radiation Sickness Work? Jan 26, 2020

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Most of us don't have to worry about ionizing radiation -- that is, the kind of radiation that can make you sick. Learn why (and what ionizing radiation can do) in this classic episode of BrainStuff.

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BrainStuff Classics: What Is Fracking? Jan 25, 2020

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You’ve heard of fracking, and you’re pretty sure lots of people don’t like it, but do you know what it really entails? Learn what goes into the fracking process in this classic episode of BrainStuff.

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How Do Bengal Cats Work? Jan 24, 2020

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Bengal cats are a hybrid of domestic cats and a small, wild type of leopard cat. Learn how this breed began and why they're an intensive pet in this episode of BrainStuff.

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What's the Difference Between Avenues, Roads, and Boulevards? Jan 23, 2020

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Yes, there is a difference! Roadways in the United States are given designations based on what lines them and how they connect. Learn the differences between these and other passages in today's episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Are Bananas Berries, but Strawberries Aren't? Jan 22, 2020

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Botanically speaking, bananas are berries and strawberries are not. Learn why in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Do Monkeys Lack the Brains or the Vocal Anatomy for Human Speech? Jan 21, 2020

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For a long time, scientists thought monkeys and non-human apes simply lacked the vocal anatomy for human speech, but new research indicates otherwise. Learn what was found in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Are We Running Out of Cork? Jan 20, 2020

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There's a myth that the trees that cork comes from are endangered, but they're doing just fine. Learn how the rumors may have started in this episode of BrainStuff.

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Why Is the Exclamation Point on the Rise? Jan 19, 2020

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The exclamation point, once scorned by most, is appearing more and more in online communication — even in professional settings. Learn the history of this punchy punctuation in today's episode of BrainStuff.

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